Kenya Ferry Senior Engineering Technician (Mechanical) Jobs in Mombasa

Kenya Ferry Senior Engineering Technician (Mechanical) Jobs in Mombasa


Kenya Ferry Services is a State Corporation, established under the Companies Act (CAP
486) of the Laws of Kenya and operating under the Ministry of Transport, Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development, mandated with the operation of ferries in the Country.

The Company’s headquarters are set along the expansive shores of the beautiful and splendid Indian Ocean overlooking the magnificent view of the channel at Peleleza, Likoni, Mombasa.

To strengthen its workforce, KFSL is seeking to recruit dynamic, highly driven and
result oriented individuals for the following positions:

Job Summary
Reporting to the Senior Engineer, the Senior Engineering Technician
(Mechanical) will be responsible for co-ordinating routine, corrective and
preventive maintenance of vessels and equipment onboard ferries.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and supervise all mechanical maintenance activities;
  • Prepare defects list for vessels’ dry docking;
  • Prepare and submit daily and monthly vessel maintenance reports;
  • Overhaul engines, propellers, pumps, power generating sets, and other equipment;
  • Initiate safety procedures onboard a vessel in case of emergency and;
  • Initiate development of procurement plans for the mechanical section in the engineering department.

    Required qualifications and experience

  • A minimum of Higher Technical Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related field from a recognized institution;
  • Be a member of a professional engineering body or its equivalent;
  • Possession of Standard Training for Certification and Watch keeping (STCW);
  • Possession of Marine Equipment Specialist Certificate will be an added advantage;
  • Must have a minimum of twelve (12) years relevant working experience preferably in marine transport industry with at least three (3) years working experience as an Engineering Technician or similar and comparable position;
  • Demonstrable experience in writing, analyzing and communicating complex
    engineering reports.

    How to apply

  • Applications, accompanied by a detailed CV containing academic qualifications,
    professional qualifications, work experience, current and expected remuneration, email
    addresses, day telephone contacts as well as copies of relevant certificates, testimonials, national identification
    card, are invited from persons qualified for the positions described above. The applicants should also provide names, telephone numbers and contact addresses of at least three professional referees who are
    knowledgeable about their competence and area of specialization.
  • Applications by qualified and suitable applicants for the position should be sent to
    the undersigned to be received on or before 14th December, 2018

    The Managing Director,
    Kenya Ferry Services Limited,
    Headquarters Office,
    Gaza Road, Off Mwinyi Babu Road - Peleleza
    P.O. Box 96242 - 80110,
    MOMBASA.


  • The reference number and title of the position applied for MUST be clearly indicated
    on the ENVELOPE.
  • Kenya Ferry Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and
    gender equity within the organization.
  • Applicants comprising persons living with
    disabilities (PWDs), those from marginalized areas and women are encouraged to
    apply.

    Terms Of Service And Remuneration

  • All the above positions are challenging and offer attractive and competitive remuneration packages which include basic salary, house allowance, medical cover, leave travel allowance and other benefits in accordance with the Kenya Government Public Service guidelines.

    Selection Communique

  • Applications without relevant qualifications, copies of documentation/ details as sought for will not be considered. Any form of Canvassing will lead to automatic
    disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
  • The advert is also available at the Kenya Ferry Services Limited website;

  • For more information and job application details, see; Kenya Ferry Senior Engineering Technician (Mechanical) Jobs in Mombasa

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